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6921Image Descriptionen-uscwalker@eicc.edugolson@eicc.eduThu, 22 Feb 2018 12:00:00 -0500Tue, 19 Dec 2017 12:00:00 -0500http://www.rssboard.org/rss-2-0-1Exploring Ecosystemshttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8187
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8187Exploring Ecosystems is an educational video series that engages learners in problem solving scenarios as they investigate diverse ecosystems around the globe.Sat, 12 Aug 2017 11:43:03 -0400National Geographic Teacher Resourceshttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8185
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8185Our classroom materials are designed in a modular system, with activities as the base unit. An activity will fill one class period, while a lesson (a collection of activities) can fill up to a week of class time. Units (collections of lessons) are designed for longer periods of time.Sat, 12 Aug 2017 11:34:52 -0400The Story of Stuffhttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8176
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8176From a Movie to a MovementWe have a problem with Stuff. We use too much, too much of it is toxic and we don’t share it very well. But that’s not the way things have to be. Together, we can build a society based on better not more, sharing not selfishness, community not division.The Story of Stuff Project’s journey began with a 20-minute online movie about the way we make, use and throw away all the Stuff in our lives. Five years and 40 million views later, we’re a Community of more than a million changemakers worldwide, working to build a more healthy and just planet. We invite you to watch and share our movies, participate in our study programs and join our campaigns.Sat, 29 Jul 2017 02:35:06 -0400ECO MEDIA: Fish and Peoplehttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8174
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8174Pre-colonial Pacific Island societies by and large existed at human population densities that were far below the carrying capacity of their coastal fisheries and pressure from commercial fishing was non-existent. As a consequence island communities did not ‘encounter the limits’ of their coastal subsistence fisheries. People went about their daily lives harvesting from the sea and blissfully unaware that fish and marine invertebrate populations could be overfished to the point of collapse.Now that human populations are growing almost exponentially and export markets for some fisheries are intensifying, there is an urgent need for the effective communication of a scientific understanding of the limits to fisheries and the life cycles of marine organisms overall. Fish and People is a 50 minute production divided into 5 educational modules explaining the ‘stock-recruitment relationship’ in an easily accessible manner and with a cleverly crafted portfolio of explanatory graphics and natural history vision. It deals with species that are of economic and ecological importance and thus immediately familiar to a Pacific (and broader) audience. The modules are tailored for middle and upper high school students and wider communities and are accompanied by a comprehensive teacher’s guide.By empowering a critical mass of young adults with a clear understanding of how overfishing destroys fisheries and food security, they will potentially innovate their own, ‘bottom-up’ fisheries management strategies as they assume positions of influence within the community, as well as gaining a greater understanding of the need for compliance with ‘top-down’ management approaches such as size limits, gear restrictions, trade agreements and quotas.Fish and People has been scripted by marine biologists Simon Foale and Russell Kelley, and produced by The Eco Media Production Group.Sat, 29 Jul 2017 02:20:10 -0400Nature - classroom (PBS)http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8136
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8136As one of the most watched documentary film series on public television, NATURE delivers the best in original natural history films to audiences nationwide. Celebrating its 34th Season in Fall 2015, NATURE is a production of THIRTEEN in association with WNET New York Public Media, the parent company of THIRTEEN and WLIW21, New York’s public television stations and operator of NJTV. For nearly 50 years, WNET has been producing and broadcasting national and local documentaries and other programs for the New York community.Over the years, NATURE has brought the beauty and wonder of the natural world into American homes, becoming in the process the benchmark of natural history programs on American television. The series has won more than 700 honors from the television industry, the international wildlife film community, parent groups, and environmental organizations – including 16 Emmy Awards, three Peabody Awards, and the first honor ever given to a program by the Sierra Club.NATURE Online is the award-winning Web companion to the broadcast series and is spearheading NATURE’s distribution to new media platforms. Visitors can stream full episodes of NATURE programs, watch behind-the-scenes video exclusives with filmmakers and producers, view program excerpts (also available on YouTube), and find fun interactives and online features.Mon, 29 May 2017 11:14:21 -0400Connecticut Environmental Literacy Planhttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8130
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8130Within the United States and in the state of Connecticut, the need for comprehensive environmental education has never been greater. The health of Connecticut’s future depends on its citizens being environmentally literate and able to make informed choices about environmental issues such as water use, air quality, and land development. Consumption of natural resources, air and water pollution, and the impacts of climate change are among the many complex challenges that threaten human health, economic development, and national security. Across the country, communities face the challenge of balancing the economy that provides our livelihoods and the natural resources on which we depend. Solving this critical challenge requires us to understand different points of view, analyze problems, balance competing needs, and take informed action. Environmental education fosters learning that can transform how we think, make decisions, and lead our lives. The future depends on our collective ability to apply an integrated approach to teaching and helping students understand the interrelated elements of sustainable environmental systems – from ecological, economical, and community perspectives. It is critical that every American understands how our community, economy, and the environment are connected and mutually dependent. Environmental education prepares all citizens with 21st Century essential skills that contribute to healthier, more environmentally sustainable, and economically prosperous communities.Sun, 21 May 2017 09:05:39 -0400Department of Agriculture and Food Teaching Resourceshttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8129
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8129DAFWA supports the growth of Western Australia’s agrifood sector in four key areas: markets, productivity, profitability and people.For schools, links to a range of agriculture, environment, food and fibre education resources including classroom activities, information and tools have been compiled for use by teachers.Sun, 21 May 2017 09:02:07 -0400TED-Ed: Feedback Loops, How Nature Gets its Rhythmshttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8119
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8119While feedback loops are a bummer at band practice, they are essential in nature. What does nature’s feedback look like, and how does it build the resilience of our world? Anje-Margriet Neutel describes some common positive and negative feedback loops, examining how an ecosystem’s many loops come together to make its trademark sound.Sun, 14 May 2017 08:48:56 -0400The Raptor Resource Projecthttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8115
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8115Bird of Prey Monitoring and ManagementThe Raptor Resource Project monitors over 50 bird of prey nest sites in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Colorado. Our season runs from March through July and includes monitoring nest sites, banding birds, responding to emergencies, and reporting on bird populations. We also provide consultation, training, and resources for businesses that want to begin or enhance a bird of prey program. Birds of prey captivate watchers, provide wonderful organic pigeon control, and can be an important part of grassland and woodland restoration projects. Bird CamsThe Raptor Resource Project manages 14 birdcams at present. While we are best known for our Decorah Eaglecam, we also have more eagle cams, multiple peregrine falcon cams, and a kestrel cam. We work with our partners to identify potential cam sites and deploy appropriate streaming technology. By giving ordinary people intimate access to the lives of wild animals, our work deepens the connection between people and the natural world, bringing benefits to both.Fri, 28 Apr 2017 05:44:23 -0400Science Bite Podcastshttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8107
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8107Science Bite is a podcast series that describes the role EPA plays in advancing scientific research. These podcasts highlight the ways that EPA uses science to inform regulatory policy and protect human health and the environment.Fri, 31 Mar 2017 08:49:16 -0400Greening STEM Educator Toolkithttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8105
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8105The environment is a compelling context for teaching STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) as it provides teachers with a diverse range of real-world challenges that engage students in hands-on opportunities to apply and reinforce STEM concepts across multiple subject areas. From calculating planting area and productivity in the school garden, to designing model wind turbines, to tracking invasive species with GPS technology, environmental projects inspire students to apply STEM by empowering them to develop innovative solutions to local problems meaningful to them.Use the educator toolkit to find free lesson plans, activities, and resources for teaching STEM using environmental education.Fri, 31 Mar 2017 08:41:06 -0400National Ocean Service (NOS) Educationhttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8033
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=8033Building ocean, coastal, and climate literacy for students and educators.Sun, 13 Nov 2016 10:29:48 -0500Best Practices Guide for Developing Educational Programs: Energy and Environmental Technologyhttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=7860
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=7860Best Practices in Environmental and Energy Technology Education is a guidebook for improving community and technical college programs.Mon, 23 Mar 2015 03:35:58 -0400Environmental Justice: Income, Race, and Health (teaching module)http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=7819
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=7819Data and case studies are presented illustrating how minority and low-income communities often bear a disproportionate share of environmental costs. The uses and limitations of economic analysis are explored, including the topics of valuing human life and health and the difference between efficiency and equity. The module addresses issues of environmental justice both in the United States and internationally. Suggestions for more equitable environmental policies are presented. The student reading consists of 24 pages which includes discussion questions, glossary, web links, references, and suggestions for additional readings.Wed, 24 Dec 2014 09:24:47 -0500Closing the Achievement Gap: Using the Environment as an Integrating Context for Learninghttp://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=7816
http://www.eerl.org/index.php?P=FullRecord&ResourceId=7816Using the Environment as an Integrating Context for learning (EIC) defines a framework for education: a framework for interdisciplinary, collaborative, student-centered, hands-on, and engaged learning. It has begun to transform curricula in a growing number of schools across the United States and may have the potential to significantly improve k-12 education in America. This report presents the results of a nationwide study; describes the major concepts and assumptions underlying EIC; explores a range of successful EIC programs across the United States; identifies the major characteristics of successful EIC programs; and, analyzes the implications of EIC-based education for student learning and instruction.Wed, 24 Dec 2014 09:06:05 -0500